Архив за месяц: Май 2017

A Cold War-era underground bunker is situated in the center of Moscow, 65 meters below the surface. Well-preserved and still functioning now, the Bunker was a top-secret Soviet military facility occupying more than 7000 m2. The installation was classified Top … read more →

We will escape the noisy city and visit the Russian countryside to enjoy this beautiful late spring day. The horse stud is 1 hour’s drive from Moscow. We will travel as a group in a comfortable mini van. Program: 15 … read more →

The Museum known as «The Lights of Moscow» is devoted to the history of illumination of the capital. It is organizing an invitation only evening walk, around the Kitai-Gorod neighbourhood. We will spend a short time in the Museum, and … read more →

While it is home to some of the worlds most celebrated tourist attractions, Moscow city keeps one of its greatest treasures hidden deep underground. The Moscow Metro was one of the USSR’s most ambitious architectural projects. The metro’s artists and … read more →

Armoured car rides Impressions of the tour: For sheer fun and exhilaration, driving in an ex Red Army Soviet-era amphibious armoured reconnaissance vehicle takes some beating. Driving the 18’ long, 7-tonne, all-wheel drive armoured car is one of best ways … read more →

Gorky Leninskye or Lenin’s Dacha as many people know it is one of the very few country estates that has managed to preserve its’ original interiors. Together with its unique architecture and exciting history this place has always generated great … read more →

Not speaking or reading the Russian language is one of the greatest challenges of living in Russia. To truly master the Russian language is a difficult and lengthy process and few people are afforded the luxury.  However, help is at … read more →

Sergiev Posad is an ideal destination. The town has provided 7 centuries of intense life to its citizens. The town grew around one of the largest and most famous Russian monasteries. Troitse-Sergieva (Trinity) Lavra was established by St. Sergius of Radonezh … read more →

The May 9th Victory Day Celebrations have rolled around again and I have booked the John Bull Pub on the 7th May from 10 am to watch the military equipment participating in this year’s Dress rehearsal. Food and drinks will … read more →